Original U.S. WWII Named Fighting Knife with Scabbard Accessories " has inspector's acceptance marks

" has inspector's acceptance marks and is dated "1862"

to this experimental Francotte the Nepalese improved on both designs

The brass hand guard exhibits a nice patina and has not been cleaned nor has this sword ever been taken apart

unlike most production stocks

lower frame assembly

Original U.S. WWII Named Fighting Knife with Scabbard Accessories " has inspector's acceptance marksOriginal Item: One of a kind. This is a really neat find, acquired directly from the Veterans family this private purchase fighting knife is named to CLARENCE R. SLAGLE serial number 13011016. The knife similar in design to a KBAR is in very good condition with a bright sharp blade and steel with leather washer constructed grip. Measures 11 in length and comes complete with the original leather sheath. Purchased by a young GI on his way to war, if